Signs
Signs

Signs

2002Movie106 minEnglish

A family living on a farm finds mysterious crop circles in their fields which suggests something more frightening to come.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users76%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Mystery, Drama

Plot Summary

Graham Hess, a former Episcopal priest who lost his faith after the tragic death of his wife, lives on a farm with his young children and his brother. His quiet life is shattered when mysterious crop circles begin appearing in his fields. As these signs escalate into a global phenomenon, Graham and his family find themselves at the center of an alien invasion, forcing him to confront his past and rediscover his faith.

Critical Reception

Signs received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its suspenseful atmosphere, performances, and Shyamalan's direction. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the ending divisive. Audiences generally responded more favorably, appreciating the film's tension and emotional core.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective suspense and M. Night Shyamalan's signature atmospheric direction.
  • Mel Gibson's performance as the conflicted father was a highlight for many.
  • The film's slow-burn approach and focus on family drama resonated with some, while others found the plot and resolution wanting.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the emotional journey of its characters, particularly Mel Gibson's portrayal. The sense of dread and mystery was a common point of praise, though some viewers found the alien depiction and the film's conclusion less satisfying.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The distinctive clicking sound made by the aliens was created by rubbing together pieces of damp clay.

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7 reviews
tender_buttkiss

tender_buttkiss

I guess I just don't see what others see in this movie. It's pretty mediocre at best. Not scary and kinda lame duck story.
ezra

ezra

this movie's genuinely convinced it's suspenseful when it's really just a hunk of boring tropes with some christianity thrown on top. it took the whole hitchcock "don't show the monster" way too far, and i audibly laughed when we finally sa...
RalphRahal

RalphRahal

Rewatching M. Night Shyamalan's Signs brought back the same feelings I had the first time I saw it. The script is solid, the plot is engaging, and the acting, especially from Mel Gibson, is strong. Joaquin Phoenix adds a lot to the movie to...
tmdb93836550

tmdb93836550

This is one of my favourite films ever and a top 2 spot for my favourite thrillers. Signs isn't you're average Alien film, it focuses solely on a widowed reverend and his family but it is still one of the best films ever made and one you c...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

It's barely over an hour and a half this film, but it seems much longer. Mel Gibson ("Graham") is a widowed former pastor who lives on a farm with his two kids "Morgan" (Rory Culkin) and "Bo" (Abigail Breslin) and his brother "Merrill" (Joa...
tmdb15435519

tmdb15435519

Not my favorite M. Night Shyamalan film. Also not my least favorite...
Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Is it really about aliens?**_ M. Night Shyamalan's "Signs" (2002) is about a disillusioned ex-minister (Mel Gibson) who lives in the country with his son & daughter and brother (Juaquin Phoenix). The reasons for his disillusionment be...